post WWII migration Flashcards
what are push factors
Push factors describe the reasons that individuals might emigrate from their homes.
poverty
violence
Lack of jobs or opportunities.
Absence of good educational institutes.
Poor medical care.
Natural disasters.
Famine or drought.
War and political conflicts.
what are pull factors
Pull factors describe the reasons that an individual might settle in a particular country.
Employment opportunities.
Higher income.
Better working conditions and facilities.
Educational opportunities
Higher living standards.
Better public services.
Religious freedom.
Freedom of expression.
what is populate or perish
‘populate or perish’ was used to help the Australian population to accept this large intake of migrants.